https://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2019-02-07/what-we-know-about-marylands-red-flag-law
noon today
Despite the political standstill on federal and state gun policy, there's one proposal supported by both gun control and gun rights advocates: Red flag laws.
Red flag laws allow police to temporarily seize a citizen's firearms if a judge determines that they present a danger to themselves or others. These laws are currently on the books in 11 different states, including most recently, Maryland.
But just because these laws have received bipartisan support does not mean they are without controversy. In November, Anne Arundel County police officers fatally shot a man named Gary Willis while serving an order to seize his guns. The department is currently investigating the shooting.
What makes Maryland's law unique? And, what do studies tell us about the effectiveness of this policy? Kojo examines Maryland's red flag law with a panel of experts.
Produced by Ruth Tam
Guests
Alana Wise Reporting Fellow, Guns & America; @alanawise_
Dorothy Paugh Gun control advocate
Mark Pennak President, Maryland Shall Issue
Shannon Frattaroli Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Darren Popkin Sheriff, Montgomery County, Md.